Dr. Christopher Barnes, MD

Orthopedic Surgery | Male

Dr. Christopher Barnes, MD is an orthopedic surgery doctor who practices in Fayetteville, NC. He is 46 years old and has been practicing for 20 years. Dr. Barnes is affiliated with Cape Fear Valley Medical Center.

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Likelihood of recommending Dr. Barnes to family and friends is 3.8 out of 5

He did My shoulder surgery and it is a lot worse now than pre-surgery. I talked to another Patient of his in P.T. and They had the same results. He is very arrogant, uncaring and I would not allow him to operate on My dog. He is to mistake prone and will not admit to one. STAY AWAY form this person. SERIOUSLY.

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-Eve in Fayetteville | Apr 11, 2017

He has a God complex and a friendly face but nasty disposition. He jad lofty goal for my acl surgery and when I didnt reach the milestones in time (type 2diabetic) He accused me of faking pain for pills in front of a visiting interns. When i demanded he return and i reminded him of the type 2 hrs looked shocked and apologized. And i fired him on the spot. And my acl 2yrs later still has its moments. BEWARE

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Fayetteville, NC | Mar 11, 2017

Dr Barnes did an excellent job with my shoulder surgery. I think he is the best.

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-Richard Rundus (Son) in Hope Mills NC | Sep 14, 2016

You'd be better just going to Chapel Hill. This guy depends on his PA too much. In the time my mom was under his alleged care she never saw him 1 time, just his PA. we had to take her to Chapel Hill because he had " run out of time to do the surgery". This was almost 3 years ago and her life hasn't been the same since. There's more to it but not enough room. He really botched things up.

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-Lee Raudenbush in Fayetteville, NC | Aug 21, 2016

Dr. Barnes has done Rotator cuff repairs on my left and right arms. Although he is a man of few words , his surgery and clinical acumen speak for themselves. I have been very pleased with the results in the past and then again most recently . He quickly gets evaluations done , and MRI and then schedules surgery within a reasonable amount of time . As with any surgery rehabilitation does take time but the results of his care are well worth it . I have in the past and continue to highly recommend

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-Marie Morgan in Eielson AFB | Feb 04, 2016

Dr. Barnes was amazing. He performed my knee surgery and thoroughly explained options available and the precise procedure. He allowed me to walk across the stage for my high school graduation in 2009. My overall experience was amazing. Thank you so much.

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Have not had their license surrendered or revoked since Healthgrades started collecting data in 2000.

Have no malpractice judgments, adverse arbitration awards, or monetary settlements for the last five years in the states in which Healthgrades can collect malpractice data.

Are free of state or federal disciplinary actions (sanctions) for the last five years.

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Board Certifications

Why It Matters: Dr. Barnes' Board Certifications

Board certification should be one of your top considerations when choosing a doctor. Board certification is an official recognition given to doctors who have met specific requirements set by national medical specialty boards in the... More

Why It Matters: Dr. Barnes' Board Certifications

Board certification should be one of your top considerations when choosing a doctor. Board certification is an official recognition given to doctors who have met specific requirements set by national medical specialty boards in the United States.

Board certification indicates that a doctor is highly qualified in the medical field in which he or she practices. A board-certified doctor is more likely than a non-board-certified doctor to have the most current skills and knowledge about how to treat your medical condition.

Dr. Barnes is Board Certified in:

Orthopedic Surgery

Accrediting Board: American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery*

* This information is proprietary data maintained in a copyrighted database compilation owned by the American Board of Medical Specialties. Copyright 2017 American Board of Medical Specialties. All rights reserved.